With the change of the season, it’s important to consider how you can keep your office space up to date. The interior design of any office space is important as it reflects the style and branding of a company and there are a number of ways to shape and alter the physical appearance of any office.

If you are looking to make a change to your office space, it’s important to consider whether the building requires simply functional and practical changes or whether you’re looking to make aesthetic changes.

One complaint nearly every office shares is the issue of not having enough space readily available – something which mezzanine flooring can help rectify.

What changes do I need for the workplace?

Needing more space is a common complaint for most businesses. The most common reason people require more space is because a company is expanding. If you’re taking on more staff, chances are you are taking on more work, which is an excellent sign.

Creating more space

There are countless ways you can create more space in an office. These include having an extremely clear and accessible filing system and making the most of filing spaces by using floor-to-ceiling cabinets instead of smaller filing cabinets that tend to waste space.

However, it’s important to bear in mind the fact that these methods, while effective, are only creating the illusion of more space. Making the most of what you have is important but in terms of actually finding more room during a rapid expansion, you need to consider other options.

The first is of course to purchase more office space. The second and perhaps most cost effective option is to consider a mezzanine floor.

What is a mezzanine floor?

Mezzanine floors are an intermediate level within a building, fitted between its main floors. They are usually constructed out of steel and use a combination of main beams, floor supports, columns and decking.

What are the benefits of a mezzanine floor?

There are two key benefits that come from introducing a mezzanine floor within the workplace: the first is space and the second is cost.

By installing an intermediate floor such as a mezzanine, you can as much as double your existing work area. Best of all it’s just a one off cost; meaning you don’t have the ongoing costs associated with renting or purchasing additional office space or physical expanding your premises via external construction.

Also, because you’re not increasing the surface area of your work space, you won’t incur any of those pesky additional rates of pay for office rental or business taxes.

How do I get a mezzanine floor?

Before you purchase a mezzanine floor you must first check it is suitable for your office. This involves reviewing the space you have to hand and considering the implications involved with such a change. You can get a quote on feature of a Nexus Workspace, such as mezzanine flooring, quickly and easily – making it an ideal option for growing businesses.